It was Odysseus’ cleverness that separated him from mortal men. And it was cleverness that did wise Odysseus in. True, only he could have devised the plot to enter Troy’s impenetrable gates. But little did he, or anyone else, know … Continue reading THE ODYSSEY
Once upon a time, the world was filled with magic and wonder. But that was “once upon a time.” Nowadays, the world is dull and boring and routine. For Ian Lightfoot (Tom Holland), school is a drag, the dog, err, … Continue reading ONWARD
Where we had thought to slay another, we shall slay ourselves … And where we had thought to be alone, we will be with all the world. —Joseph Campbell, The Hero With a Thousand Faces 2008’s Iron Man may have been a small … Continue reading AVENGERS: END GAME
The Impossible has an unfortunate title. When I first saw it, I was immediately reminded of a quote from Star Trek via Spock, “Once you eliminate the impossible, whatever remains, no matter how improbable, must be the truth.” I have since learned that … Continue reading THE IMPOSSIBLE
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